Australia passes bill banning young kids from social media

The Australian House of Representatives passed a bill banning children under 16 from social media platforms like TikTok and Facebook, with fines of up to $45 million for non-compliance. The bill, supported by major parties, requires platforms to implement age restrictions and protect user privacy without demanding government-issued identification. The Senate is expected to finalize the legislation, despite criticism of rushed implementation and potential privacy risks.

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